Welcome to the ultimate wrap-up of everything happening across the league as the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs heat up. If you are tracking the most up-to-date NHL News and NHL Scores, you are in the exact right place. From stunning overtime finishes to massive offseason trade rumblings, today’s hockey landscape is shifting rapidly, and the stakes have never been higher.
Latest NHL News: Tkachuk Trade Rumors and Kopitar’s Retirement
The biggest shockwave in today’s NHL news cycle surrounds Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk. After the Senators were unceremoniously swept by the Carolina Hurricanes in the first round, trade rumors have exploded across the league. Tkachuk was held scoreless in the four-game series, leading to speculation that management might consider a blockbuster move. Teams like the New York Rangers, Toronto Maple Leafs, and New Jersey Devils are already emerging as potential landing spots.
Out West, the Los Angeles Kings are facing a sudden new era. Legendary center Anze Kopitar has officially announced his retirement after an incredibly emotional and historic career. The leadership torch in LA now firmly passes to Adrian Kempe, whose massive contract extension worth $10.625 million annually kicks in for the upcoming 2026-27 season.
Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers are reeling. They find themselves down 3-1 to the Anaheim Ducks after a highly controversial overtime loss last night. Oilers General Manager Stan Bowman is undoubtedly watching the situation closely, as the pressure mounts exponentially in Oil Country to deliver a deep run. In other front-office news, the Vancouver Canucks are actively searching for a new GM, with rumors linking them to Edmonton’s Bill Scott, while the Chicago Blackhawks are already scouting top-six forward additions for next year.
Last Night’s NHL Scores and Game Notes
Yesterday delivered an action-packed slate of playoff hockey. For those keeping track of the brackets, here are the official NHL scores from April 26:
| Away Team | Score | Home Team | Score | Series Update |
| Buffalo Sabres | 6 | Boston Bruins | 1 | BUF leads series 3-1 |
| Colorado Avalanche | 5 | Los Angeles Kings | 1 | COL sweeps LA |
| Tampa Bay Lightning | 3 | Montreal Canadiens | 2 | TBL ties series 2-2 |
| Anaheim Ducks | 4 | Edmonton Oilers | 3 | ANA leads series 3-1 |
Game Notes: The Sabres completely dismantled the Bruins at TD Garden, powered by a stellar performance from goaltender Alex Lyon. In Montreal, the Lightning edged out the Canadiens in a tight 3-2 battle, courtesy of two crucial powerplay goals from Brandon Hagel and primary assists from Nikita Kucherov. Over in the West, the Avalanche routed the Kings, while the Ducks broke the hearts of Oilers fans with a dramatic overtime winner. Fans are also looking forward to tonight’s Game 5 matchup between the Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins, with Philly leading 3-1.
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